Certificate in Optical Technology

MQA/PA2499 ; JPT/BPP (K) 1000-600WP144 Jld.2 (67)

The Visual Science programme is designed to help students develop a solid foundation in both the practical and theoretical aspect of the profession to enable them to have a competitive advantage in the Optical Industry. The student will also acquire valuable hands-on experience through industrial attachment programmes.

The Programme prepare students to become a competent Optical Technologist who can perform the various optical laboratory functions such as compounding, filing, and adapting of ophthalmic prescriptions, products and accessories, preparation of ophthalmic lenses, measure, fit and adapt frames and lenses, in accordance with written prescriptions and/ or specifications of qualified Optician, Optometrist and Ophthalmologist. Ascertain from inspection and verify all finished optical devices for accuracy, fit and finish of lenses. Adjust frame and lens unit position to fulfill prescription requirements.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon completion, students will be able to:

Assists in the dispensing of spectacles

Demonstrate good understanding of facial structures.

Demonstrate good understanding of basic geometrical optics of the eye and ophthalmic lenses.

Do measurement, dispensing and edging of ophthalmic lens, as well as frame adjustment.